THE QUEST FOR WHITE GOLD

Those who travel with us know that  we practice High Alchemy™, the alchemy of the Ancient Ones, those who have conquered death (doesn't mean they stay in their form, that would be quite boring) and add what we call new alchemy upon that foundation. High Alchemy™ is  an  internal process supported by an external tradition, pointing to a deeper meaning of  what is really being transformed or transmuted. The deeper esoteric work through talks and physical gatherings for those who wish. Following is a correlation of the outward steps of formulating the Golden Seed with the deeper inner meaning of the transformation.

First, to define terms:  the term transmution   refers to the act of changing  something from one form to another where the new form is similar to the old form with equal value but  more usefulness (getting change for a dollar to use a pay phone as a mundane example) Tranformation  is the act of changing  something from one form to another where the new form is unlike the old form  and of greater value.

Transformation  can depend on the meaning and significance one places in the new form. In this instance  the initial form of the gold  is of greater value to most; while the Golden Seed formulation is of far greater value to those seeking the  spiritual transformational process  discussed here.

We realize that the following order differs from that given in some of the ancient texts; when the oral tradition was put into writing often there was an attempt to conceal as well as to direct in order to protect immature students from harming themselves and others.

1. Calcination is the first of seven major steps in formulating in any alchemy of transformation. Chemically, the Calcination   process involves fire; heating a substance  as a step to getting to essence; with plants this is to ash, with metal it is till the ‘light-seed’ is released.

To quote: "If the mass were solid and cold, the element of life would be slow in penetrating below the surface of the metal. but in the molten mass, the life-giving substance becomes thoroughly mixed with the substance of the metal and the transformation can begin. The seed of the plant is in the plant; the seed of the animal is in the animal; and here too the seed  rests in the metal”  It is not sufficient merely to melt the gold into molten liquid, it must be reduced  further to release the light-seed. Calcination represents the  fire of creation

Inwardly, this is the destruction of the negative ego. It is important to note that there is a positive ego that serves as a focus point  and is needed to function harmoniously on this plane. Some spiritual processes mistakenly seek the destruction, or death, of the ego without discrimination, leaving the initiate vulnerable to various difficulties mundane and profound.

We are not referencing the negative aspect of the ego, that is indeed your worst enemy.  But, just as the soul acts as a point of focus when you move beyond the body (and ultimately is transcended as a point of identification) this postive aspect of the ego can and should be connected as a point of positive  focus while you are functioning in the physical. A free being acts from a knowingness, unified potential spontaneously goes into action through this positive ego, the focus is needed here.

Traditionally Inner Calcination was often a painful process taking place through the trials  of life. We suggest it was never ‘meant’ to be this painful. Things became quite convoluted here;  ‘true’ alchemy offers the opportunity for the pain to be transformed  into a conscious joyful process.

Physiologically, the Fire of Calcination is experienced as the metabolic  or aerobic activity that tunes the body, burning off excesses from overindulgence. Inner Calcination begins in the Base or Lead Chakra at the the base of the spine.

2. DISSOLUTION is the second major step. Chemically, it is the dissolving of the Calcination in water.

Inwardly this represents a further breaking down of the artificial structures of the psyche and a unifying of the different aspects. Traditionally the approach was such that  the initiates  conscious minds must let go of control,  opening the “floodgates” and generating new energy from the waters held back; again potentially  a painful process. If the approach  involves  deeper integration and alliance of the subconscious and even the unconscious to a certain degree then dissolution can be experienced as a flow of bliss. We are not speaking of traditional psychological therapy but rather a conscious spiritual process available now. Through dissolution one  becomes  more integrated and  able to actively engage in creative acts with less  personal or cultural prejudice or limited conditioning entering in to the creative process.

Physiologically, Dissolution is the the opening-up of energy channels in the body (including meridians) to recharge and elevate every  cell. Dissolution takes place in the Genital or Tin Chakra and also involves the lungs and spleen

3. SEPARATION is the third step of formulating and transformational alchemy. Chemically, it is  the isolation of the components by filtration followed by  discarding of any unworthy material.
Inwardly this process is the rediscovery of our essence and the reclaiming of dreams and  visions  rejected by the masculine, rational part of our minds. Here one   reviews formerly hidden material (that has become conscious through dissolution) and consciously decides, chooses, what to discard and what to reintegrate into our refined personality. Separation is letting go of the self-inflicted restraints to our true nature.

Physiologically, Separation is  following and controlling the breath in the body as it works with the  forces of Spirit and Soul to give birth to new energy and physical  renewal. Separation begins in the Navel or Iron Chakra located at the level of the solar plexus.

4. CONJUNCTION is the fourth step  Chemically, it is the  recombination of the saved elements from Separation into a new  substance.

Inwardly this corresponds to the union of both the masculine and feminine sides of our nature into a unified state of consciousness. With this unification comes the potential for  direct nonlinear knowing that is more than intuition; but rather a direct knowing by being able to become ‘part of’ that which would be known; a ‘grokking’.  The alchemists referred to it as the Lesser Stone, and after it is achieved, the adept is able to  clearly discern what needs to be done to achieve deeper realization.

Physiologically, Conjunction  is using the body’s sexual energies for personal transformation Conjunction takes place in the body at the level of the Heart or Copper Chakra as the life current flows from the sacral through the solar plexus lifting into the crucible of the heart.

The fourth step in a process is always the most determined and needs to be approached with patience and maturity; one needs to be on guard  for self-delusion and possible entrapment. The second chakra deals with more than sexual energy; it encompases pleasure on many levels. Each chakra  can be looked at  as having 12 depths, each depth being a harmonic of one of the 12 major chakras. For example the 5th depth of the sacral chakra relates to mental pleasure, harmonic to the (5th) throat chakra . The 3rd depth of the sacral is pleasure  relating to power, harmonic to the (3rd) solar plexus, etc. Pleasure to any depth can become addictive if it is not lifted into the crucible of the heart.

This is most obvious sexually where there can be a physiological addiction to the sexual hormones but less obviously the depth of activity or focus in the sacral chakra defines the area of  potential entrapment (as well as potential bliss). One can become ‘addicted’ to television or various foods, etc.  if the pleasure is not lifted.

Too often folks  respond by consciously or unconsciously  cutting  off or detouring  the life flow around the sacral chakra. The physical effects are fairly obvious; besides possible prostrate/ovary complications the lungs become congested a ‘false’ fire rises in the heart,  one becomes dry physiologically as well as spiritually

It’s interesting that people are often  concerned with the dangers associated with awakening the kundalini; it can be dangerous without spiritual maturity and balance. But few mention the dangers of not proceeding  consciously; this is a good example. The ‘river of life’ and  spiraling currents  we speak about on this site are flowing in everyone and awakened to a certain degree in all of you who find your way here and remain to read. It’s a question of degree and balance; the areas of difficulty in ones life relate to an imbalance and/or partial blockage in these currents at the points you call chakras. It’s a literal refraction pattern that is expressed in your external world; the holographic model so often used is fairly accurate for expressing this external manifestation.

Past is not a time nor is it events; it is the pattern that produces those events, and will continue to replicate those events untill the underlying pattern is changed.  The manifestations in your life do not change until the underlying patterns are at least balanced and ‘symmetricized’. We better stop here, we’re making up words; a chakra can be too open in relation to your micro universe (the third chakra for example in relation to your heart and other chakras) as well as too constricted, that’s why we speak of balance and symmetry.  Having a wonderful life doesn’t have to be put on hold  untill every ‘samskara’ subtle block is washed away. The more conscious you become the more elegant and joyful your life can become as you remove blocks and balance the rivers of life.  And, as many of you know, It’s fun. And as you express more of who you are and participate in the Great Work, it’s great fun.

Why talk to your yesterdays? Your kundalini is awakened,  her journey through  (not to)  the thousand petaled lotus  is underway. The danger is not with this life current, rather it lies in ignoring or avoiding out of fear or misunderstanding. Each of you has a unique pattern that needs to be addressed and balanced. Certainly there can be damage done to the physical and etheric by "forcing" or manipulating the currents by unbalanced technologies of breath taught by those who themselves lack balance and realization as well as some pharmaceauticals used without descretion. The key is always balance and an allowing of the natural flow that is awakening in all of you; the key to alchemy, external or internal, is always this balance.

The balanced flow through the sacral rising to the crucible of the heart (and obviously beyond with the conjuction addressed in this 4th step) is essential for the  transformation.  Indeed it is essential for good health and longevity and as we work together the tendency to manifest in creation, not only on the physical plane, but also on the "subtle" planes, demonstrating in the creations of art and beauty, as well as objective manifestation of new scientific principles in the fields of alt.energy, healing. etc. (2nd-5th-6th)

5.FERMENTATION, the fifth step, is a two-stepped process  This phase begins with the introduction of new life  to strengthen  and insure  survival and culminates with the lifting of the new feminine/masculine  "child" from the Conjunction  to a new level of being. Chemically, Fermentation is the growth of a ferment  in organic solutions, such as occurs in the fermenting of milk to produce curds and cheese or in the fermenting of grapes to make wine.

Inwardly the Fermentation process starts with the inspiration of spiritual power from above that reanimates, energizes, and enlightens; thus comes the ‘golden ferment’, which appears like a flowing golden wax . This can be achieved through various  means that include deep meditation, intense prayer, desire for mystical union,  transpersonal therapy,  and a direct connection beyond whom we think ourselves to be at any given point. Living inspiration from something totally beyond us.

 Fermentation is the rousing or lifting of the  ‘river of life’ through the crucible of the heart and into the throat chakra. It is expressed as vibratory tones and spoken truths emerging from the Throat or Mercury Chakra.

6. DISTILLATION is the sixth step. Chemically, it is the boiling and condensation of the solution to increase its purity.

Inwardly distillation is the “agitation and sublimation” of psychic forces necessary to ensure that no impurities from the negative ego or   submerged subconscious are incorporated into the next and final stage.  The subconscious becomes more conscious and becomes a powerful ally in this transformational process. Personal Distillation consists of a variety of introspective techniques that raise the content of the psyche to the highest level possible, free from sentimentality and conditioned emotional responses.   Distillation is the purification of the Self; all that we truly are and can be.

Physiologically, Distillation is raising the life force repeatedly from the lower regions in the cauldron of the body to the brain, where it eventually becomes a wondrous solidifying light full of power. Distillation is said to culminate in the Third Eye area of the forehead, at the level of the pituitary  gland, in the Brow.  A continual connection is established between the heart and ajna, between love and wisdom.

This important  Distillation process is refered to in the Emerald Tablet “     It rises from Earth to Heaven, and then it descends again to the Earth, and receives Power from Above and from Below . Thus you will have the Glory of the whole World.  "

7. COAGULATION is the seventh  step. Chemically, coagulation is the precipitation of the purified gold from Distillation. The gold which had been transmuted into subtler form now has condensed during the distillation process and here precipitates or “descends again to the Earth” as a purified liquid.

Inwardly Coagulation  is a second body of golden coalesced light, a permanent vehicle of consciousness that embodies the highest aspirations and evolution of mind.   The body of golden light was also referred to in High Alchemy as the Greater or Philosopher’s Stone. "Some people may be interested to know more about the whereabouts of the (Philosphers) Stone. The place where it was first revealed became the foundation of Shambhala, and it intensified the chemical significance of the Abode.... You already know about certain guardians who have particles of this Stone, and you can confirm how the Stone reveals itself. You will be astonished to know how many different countries and heroes are connected with it, and how many great deeds were inspired by the legends pertaining to it." Supermundane - The Inner Life